Catarina Cerqueira

Head of People Operations EMEA @ Octave

About

I am a naturally curious person who loves to explore. Understanding what motivates people, what holds them back, and what truly helps them thrive.Hello, I am Catarina.I love learning - even in completely new fields. I am passionate about problem-solving, making things happen and embracing challenges.Throughout my professional journey, I have navigated diverse areas, including law, healthcare, training & development, HR management, and quality auditing. My strength lies in adapting, integrating knowledge, and thinking outside the box. I believe in turning complex ideas into simple, accessible solutions.

Country

Portugal

City

Lisbon

Industry

Computer Software

Skill

Sistemas de abertura de chamados, Recrutamento, Integração de novos funcionários, Pesquisas jurídicas, Assistência jurídica, Appeals, Estratégia, Ordenamento jurídico, Cultura organizacional, General law, Resilience, Contracts, Open Mind, Gestão de recursos, Capacidade analítica, Coordenação de projetos, Microsoft Office, Alto grau de iniciativa, Data Analytics, Employee Engagement

Experience

Head of People Operations EMEA

Octave

2025-9 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

Lisboa, Portugal

Octave is a Spin Off from Hexagon in 2026.

Human Resources PT ES IT

Hexagon Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial

2023-11 - 2025-9 · 1 yr 11 mos

Lisboa, Portugal

Management and Consultant

União das Misericórdias Portuguesas

2013-2 - 2023-10 · 10 yrs 9 mos

Fátima and Lisboa

At UCCI Bento XVI

Human Resources Management

União das Misericórdias Portuguesas

2010-4 - 2013-1 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Lisboa e Região, Portugal

Legal Consultant

União das Misericórdias Portuguesas

2007-8 - 2013-1 · 5 yrs 6 mos

Lisboa e Região, Portugal

Lawyer

Sottomayor Associados RL

2005 - 2007-8 · 2 yrs

Torres Novas

Exercise of all legal acts - contact and customer service, contacts with the most diverse public and private entities, preparation of various written documents, preparation of procedural documents, representation in court. The activity was developed in all areas of law, allowing the acquisition of solid and vast knowledge.